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Sony Bravia KDL-40V5500
| Specifications | |||
| Screen size | 40 inches (101 cm) | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 p | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | -- | ||
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| Contrast ratio | 60 000 : 1 |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | 178° / 178° |
| Response time | -- |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART (x2) • Component • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 987 x 684 x 303 mm |
| Weight | 20.50 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | no |
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Vincent Lheur
Updated: July 27, 2009 - Test date: July 22, 2009
Updated: July 27, 2009 - Test date: July 22, 2009
This model is the 40'' version of the 46'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Sony Bravia KDL-46V5500.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Without being the best of the bunch, the V5500 is an excellent alternative for anybody who wants to keep an eye on their budget. It's a reasonable choice if you don't want to shell out the prices demanded by the very best models.
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